Senior Scrum Master - Java in Wellington

Senior Scrum Master - Java in Wellington

Wellington Full-Time No working from home possible
TXP

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead multiple engineering teams as a Scrum Master, driving agile delivery and removing obstacles.
  • Company: Join a dynamic team in Telford, working on impactful government projects.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay rate of £575 to £600, with flexible remote work options.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a regulated environment with cutting-edge technologies.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in software delivery while honing your agile skills.
  • Qualifications: Proven Scrum Master experience, agile certifications, and strong communication skills required.

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Scrum Master operating at SFIA Level 5
  • Prior hands‑on experience in software development and testing
  • Strong understanding of agile delivery frameworks and delivery lifecycles
  • Experience in complex, multi‑team environments
  • Confident communicator able to challenge and influence stakeholders
  • Experience in government or regulated environments
  • Agile or Scrum certification such as PSM, CSM, or SAFe
  • Awareness of DevOps and modern testing practices

Responsibilities

  • Act as Scrum Master across multiple engineering delivery teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies
  • Drive delivery outcomes while applying agile principles pragmatically
  • Identify and remove delivery impediments, risks, and dependencies
  • Use technical experience to assess delivery health, quality, and readiness
  • Work closely with Developers, Testers, Product Owners, and Delivery Leads
  • Provide clear delivery updates to stakeholders and align with governance requirements

Technologies

  • AWS
  • DevOps
  • Java
  • Kubernetes
  • Cloud

We are seeking an experienced SFIA Level 5 Scrum Master with a background in software development and testing for a contract role in Telford, with ideally two days per week on site, subject to limited flexibility. This is an inside IR35 position with a pay rate of £575 to £600. We need a delivery‑focused Scrum Master who understands the end‑to‑end delivery lifecycle and can apply agile pragmatically in a heavy development environment similar to HMRC, with Java preferred and exposure to AWS and Kubernetes. We are also looking for someone with SC eligibility and a technical lens to delivery who can identify risks early, challenge constructively, and keep work on track.

Senior Scrum Master - Java in Wellington employer: TXP

At TXP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, particularly in our Financial Services division. Our employees enjoy generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and private medical insurance, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly evolving FinTech landscape. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and collaboration, making a meaningful impact in the world of technology sales.

TXP

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TXP Recruitment Team

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